April 11, 2016
2016 Membership Campaign is Coming in May!
 
When the Chamber grows, YOUR business grows as well! Each year, your chamber organizes a Membership Campaign, with the intent to grow and expand YOUR network. The Campaign is a wonderful opportunity for members to develop comradery, create relationships and build connections! Details are coming soon along with sponsorship opportunities for this important event.  
 
Why Recruit?
  1. Create a stronger business community to collaborate with
  2. Increase our local network to make connections critical to building your business
  3. Earn bragging rights and get acknowledged for recruiting the most new members
  4. Chances to win prizes just for referring a business and even more chances when they join
  5. Party with us at the Finale Event in June... you could be a winner
 Start thinking of great business contacts to join our Chamber. Start making your list now!
Committed to Business... for YOU.
Another Reason to Attend Business Day at the Capitol on April 20: Billions are Leaving
 
During the last two years, Minnesota lost or began losing an estimated $2.1 billion in taxable income from 3,099 taxpayers, according to a research study on wealth migration conducted by Twin Cities Business with help from research firm The Morris Leatherman Company. These same individuals have $17 billion in median net worth and $31 billion in median gross estate value. In almost three-quarters of those moves, respondents said the reason for leaving had to do with Minnesota's tax policy and collection practices. This amounts to an estimated loss of approximately $1.5 billion in annual taxable income, $12 billion in average net worth and $22 billion in gross estate value due to Minnesota's tax and collection activities. The TCB study also found this trend will continue for at least the next five years, during which time an estimated 12,172 Minnesotans will leave, taking with them a combined $5.2 billion in taxable income, $65 billion in net worth and $122 billion in gross estate value. Read the full article.
For more information on attending Business Day at the Capitol contact Vicki Stute.
Breakfast with Champions: 4 Ways to Better Profits
 
Many businesses go from being owned by "entrepreneurs" to being owned by "business owners." On April 28, our presenter, Jon O'Malley, will explain why and how creativity and energy to build and grow get lost and how to recover it with solutions to overcome these challenges. He will also cover these key pieces to help you and your managers work toward better profits.
  • Learn how to boost your profits by better understanding your market
  • How to stop getting distracted and better focus on the real keys to business growth and development
  • How to re-examine your business model to clarify direction
  • The 7 drivers necessary to build a better, more profitable company faster
  Register today! 
Golf Classic Early Bird Registrations Ends April 17 
 
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Be sure to get registered for DCR Chamber's Annual Golf Classic before the prices increase on April 18. The tournament will be held on June 20th at Mendakota Country Club starting with lunch at a shotgun start at noon. Our Golf Classic Committee is already hard at work to make this the best tournament yet! Click here to register.

Sponsorship opportunities are currently available. Would you like recognition for your business on every hole? If so, take advantage of our Pin Flag sponsorship before someone else snatches it up! We have a variety of other sponsorship options available including premier sponsors, partner sponsors, exclusive tee sponsors, golf cart sponsor, beverage ticket sponsor and more. See all of the Golf Classic sponsorship opportunities.  
 
Events Calendar
 
 
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
11
12
13
8:00 a.m.
Noon
14
8:00 a.m.
15
18
19
7:30 a.m.
Board of Directors
Noon
20
7:30 a.m.
21
7:45 a.m.
22
7:30 a.m.
Government Affairs Committee
25
26
8:00 a.m.
27

7:30 a.m. 		28
7:30 a.m.
29
2
7:30 a.m.
Executive Committee
3
7:30 a.m.
PAC Board

11:30 a.m.
SMYPro Committee
3:30 p.m.
Ambassador Committee
 
4
4:30 p.m.
5

4:00 p.m.
6

7:30 a.m.
businessman_lightbulb.jpg Did You Know? We Want Your Input.
Your Chamber will be offering a one day Small Business Conference this fall and we would like your input. What topics would you most like the opportunity to learn more about? Offer your suggestions here. We are also looking for volunteers interested in helping to plan this awesome, new event. Contact Emily Corson for more information.
MN Secretary of State Announces Open Appointments
 
The Office of the Minnesota Secretary of State released the April 2016 notice of vacancies for various state boards, councils and committees that are accepting applications, due April 26, 2016. Minnesotans are encouraged to apply and serve in demonstration of public service. The full list of vacancies is online.

Additionally, Minnesotans will now be able to find information and updates on new vacancies on Secretary of State Steve Simon's official Facebook and Twitter pages. You can find those here:
Expand Your Horizons Conference to Focus on STEAM
 
Independent School District 196 and Inver Hills Community College are co-sponsoring a conference designed to motivate girls in grades 6-8 in the study of Science, Technology, Engineering, Agriculture and Math (STEAM).  The Expanding Your Horizons conference will be held here at Inver Hills on Saturday April 30, 2016. All girls are welcome, not only those from ISD 196.
 
Participants will take part in two hands-on career workshops and interact with positive women role models who are active in their fields. They will also experience a college lab with an Inver Hills professor. A STEAM Expo will be held in the gym during the lunch hour.
Concurrent parent & teacher workshops will focus on college planning, financial empowerment and careers. Transportation will be available from Valley Middle, Rosemount Middle, Falcon Ridge, Black Hawk and Dakota Hills Middle Schools.
Click here for more information and to register. Registrations will be accepted through April 20.  
Local Focus: Find Out What's Happening In Your Community
 
Farmington City Council meets April 11 - see the agenda 
Rosemount City Council meets April 11 - see the agenda
Eagan City Council meets April 12 - see the  agenda
Farmington Planning Commission meets April 12 - see the agenda 
Are you Interested in Joining a ChamberNet Group?
 
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ChamberNet groups operate as lead/referral networking groups that utilize a non-competing core of business people to build relationships and generate additional business leads for one another. Currently we have two groups that meet on a bi-monthly basis and are looking for member interest for a potential third group developing. This Business-to-Business (B2B) format is for business people who primarily sell to other businesses. These groups are open to visitors on a non-compete basis.
 
For more information please email Heather Waterland or call her at 651.452.9872.  
Member Spotlight: The Value of Relationships
 
Sue Nelson
I am thriving in my second career as a real estate agent with Edina Realty. After nearly 30 years of corporate leadership and business ownership, I have transferred those skills into a successful real estate business-a lifelong interest and passion. The value of relationships with people is the same in the corporate world and in real estate. Putting people first and seeking a great outcome for the clients I work with is part of my DNA. I love to help people with one of the largest decisions of their life!

The DCR Chamber has been invaluable for networking with community leaders. I enjoy the interaction with bright and like-minded people. When I joined four years ago, "Meet the Chamber" was a great way to find opportunities members have to get involved. As a committee member of Women's Circle, WomEn's Conference, Ambassadors, and ChamberNet, I have connected with members on a much more personal level.
 
New Members
We welcome the following new members!
 

Teresa's Mexican Restaurant
Crown Rental 
Doug Haas
15211 Canada Avenue 
Rosemount, MN 55068
Visit website here 

Started in 1989, Crown Rental has grown to be a leader in the Equipment Rental and Party Rental business in the South Metro area. With locations in Burnsville, Rosemount and Apple Valley, Crown Rental is continuing to expand our inventory and locations to better serve our customer's needs!
With 27 years in business, Crown Rental continues to expand our ever growing inventory. Our equipment inventory ranges from small hand tools to everyday lawn equipment to midsize excavators. Our party inventory is always changing with the times and offers everything from tables and chairs to large span canopies to all the dishware and linens for that next event.


Sylvan Learning Center - Eagan
Annette Braaten
4160 Pilot Knob Road
Eagan, MN 55123
Visit website here 

Sylvan provides personalized learning programs all ages of students by helping students conquer the fundamentals before advancing to more challenging concepts and building the skills needed for lasting success in the classroom and beyond. Sylvan offers personalized instruction in reading, writing, math, study skills, homework support, and ACT Prep for college entrance and state exams. Sylvan also offers STEM camps (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math for grades 1-8 as well as academic camps for early learners Pre-K. If you are looking for a positive learning environment where students can reach their full potential, then Sylvan is the place for you.
   
Watch for more information about these fine companies in upcoming Weekly Updates.
 
Member News
News on what's happening with our members and in the community!
 
Did you know? Member benefits are everywhere! 
 
You can submit your news to us and we will include it in our next Weekly Update. This could include recent promotions, new staff, hiring needs, new product lines, anniversaries, new or remodeled office space and more. Just email Emily to let her know about your news. We love recognizing our members. Nothing is too small to celebrate!  
 Dakota County Regional Chamber of Commerce
3352 Sherman Court, Suite 201
Eagan, MN 55121
www.dcrchamber.com
651.452.9872